April is Autism Awareness month so today we’ll be talking about what it is, what it is not and some of the reasons why the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder comes later than it should. Plus we will take a look at some very recent research about why it may be more common in girls than we have thought in the past.

Important Links

Child Access to Mental Health and Psychiatry (CHAMP): 601-984-2080 or CHAMP Registration - University of Mississippi Medical Center (umc.edu)

Good Will Industries- Job for special needs individuals: 601-853-8110 or Home - Goodwill (goodwillms.org)

Mississippi Vocational Rehab Services: 1-800-443-1000 or MDRS (ms.gov)

MS Department of Rehabilitation Services- Jennifer Jackson, Autism Program Coordinator: 1-800-443-1000601-969-0601 or [email protected]

The Mississippi Coalition for Citizens with Disabilities (MSCCD) - Pam Dollar, Executive Director: 601-969-0601 or visit MSCCD | Opening Doors Together

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